Have you encountered a senior under residential care experiencing increased thirst and a dry mouth, needing to pee frequently, tiredness, unintentional weight loss, blurred vision, or recurrent infections, such as bladder and skin infections? He must be having symptoms of hyperglycemia.
High sugar levels in the blood, also known as hyperglycemia, could affect people with problems such as diabetes. It has two kinds, fasting hyperglycemia which is a sugar level higher than 130 mg/dL (milligrams per deciliter) after not eating or drinking for at least 8 hours and after-meal hyperglycemia which means having blood sugar higher than 180 mg/dL 2 hours after eating.
Hyperglycemia can become severe and cause serious health problems that require emergency care, including heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, eye problems, a diabetic coma, and nerve damage that may lead to amputation – which can make senior living more challenging.
Seniors and the people preparing their meals and administering their medications at a retirement home must be aware of the consequences of high sugar consumption and over-treating an episode. Remember to keep everything in moderation.
Are you looking for a personal care home in Georgia for your seniors to stay comfortably? Do not hesitate to inquire about our services. We can discuss how we can help you here at Carousel Home Care.
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